Map Shows Where Donald Trump Is Expanding a Joe Biden-Era Medicaid Policy
Summary
President Donald Trump's administration is expanding a Medicaid program started under President Joe Biden that helps states provide some health care services to prisoners before they are released. New approvals have been given to Louisiana, Minnesota, Maine, and Nevada, while Washington, D.C.'s program was renewed. These programs aim to help people leaving prison get medical care early, which can improve health and safety.Key Facts
- The policy allows Medicaid to cover certain health services for eligible incarcerated people shortly before release.
- New approvals for this program were given to Louisiana, Minnesota, Maine, and Nevada starting October 1, 2023, lasting until September 30, 2031.
- Washington, D.C.’s broader Medicaid program for prerelease services was renewed.
- The policy began under the Biden administration in 2023, based on earlier laws from 2018 signed by President Trump.
- Medicaid traditionally could not pay for health care inside prisons except for limited inpatient care.
- Services covered include case management, treatment for substance use disorders, counseling, and a 30-day supply of medication at release.
- The total number of states with approved Medicaid reentry waivers is 22, plus Washington, D.C., with more states pending approval.
- These programs aim to reduce health risks and improve public safety by supporting people as they transition back to communities.
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